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Benjamin Moore Hugs & Kisses 097

Hugs & Kisses

Benjamin Moore

097

About Hugs & Kisses by Benjamin Moore

Hugs & Kisses 097 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 51% and hue near 24° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 50.5%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #eeaf84

RGB: 238, 175, 132

Hue24°

Saturation76%

Lightness73%

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These are close matches to Hugs & Kisses from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Hugs & Kisses looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Hugs & Kisses 097 a warm or cool color?
Hugs & Kisses by Benjamin Moore is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Hugs & Kisses?
Hugs & Kisses sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 24°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Hugs & Kisses?
Brightness is about 51%. Saturation is around 76%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 73%. Hue is close to 24°. The hex value is #eeaf84. The RGB value is 238, 175, 132.
Is Hugs & Kisses better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Hugs & Kisses has brightness around 51%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Hugs & Kisses?
You can match Hugs & Kisses with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Hugs & Kisses work best in a home?
Hugs & Kisses works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Hugs & Kisses compare to a pure white paint?
Hugs & Kisses is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Hugs & Kisses in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Hugs & Kisses in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Hugs & Kisses. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Hugs & Kisses. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.